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A hair transplant is a type of surgical hair restoration technique that involves moving individual hair follicles from a “donor site” to other places that generally lack hair growth. These areas are referred to as the “recipient site”.

Although hair transplants are mainly used to treat male pattern baldness, the procedure can also restore chest hair, beard and moustache hair, eyebrows and eyelashes.

There are two main hair restoration techniques currently in use today: Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).

Hair Transplant Candidates

Am I Suitable for Hair Transplant?

Hair transplant procedures are not recommended for patients suffering from spot baldness, patients with insufficient hair at the donor site (the back of the head) or female patients suffering from diffuse pattern balding, as this condition tends to affect the donor area as well, making hair follicles unusable.

Preparing for Hair Transplant

The patient should stop the intake of any soft drugs, alcohol, anti-inflammatory medicine, aspirin, vitamins, supplements and herbs at least one week before the surgery.

How is Hair Transplant Performed?

The first stage of the hair transplant procedure is an interview – the doctor will discuss with the patient, define the new hairline and answer any questions that the patient may still have.

During the second stage small injections with anaesthesia are administered in the donor area and the surgeon may begin extracting the hair grafts. A tiny micro motor with a micro punch is used for this part of the procedure and since the patient is administered anaesthesia, the whole process is painless.

In the third stage of the procedure, the doctor will create tiny incisions in the recipient site and start planting the harvested hair follicles. Once the hair follicles are planted, the area is wrapped in a bandage that prevents infection and bleeding.

Hair Transplant Summary

Anesthesia

Local anesthetic

Hospital Stay

Overnight stay is not required

Back to Work

3 to 7 days after the surgery

Duration of Operation

4 to 12 hours

Minimum Stay

Patients can usually fly afterwards

Back to Sports

1 week after the surgery

Hair Transplant Recovery

During the recovery period, the patient should follow the doctor’s instructions very carefully and take antibiotics, sleeping pills and pain medications as prescribed. The patient should refrain from scratching, rubbing or combing the recipient area. The patient may wash his or her hair in at least 24 hours after the procedure – very hot water shouldn’t be used but instead the patient may use a gentle stream of lukewarm water and then carefully tap the area with a towel in order to dry it.

It may take up to 12 months before the full effects of a hair transplant procedure are noticeable.

Scars after Hair Transplant

The FUE hair transplant procedure leaves tiny scabs in the donor area but these will heal within a week. Other than that, there are no noticeable scars.

The FUT hair transplant technique usually leaves a large scar along the circumference of the back of the head.

Hair Transplant Side Effects

Patients may feel itchy sensations and some pain during the first weeks after a hair transplant. During this time some bleeding may occur but it’s unlikely. Other post-operative effects can include swelling, numbness and infections which can be easily treated with antibiotics.

Hair Transplant Success Rates

The success rate of this procedure depends heavily on the recovery period and the patient’s ability to follow the surgeon’s guidelines. Patients usually experience a success rate of 95-98% after a year – “success rate” refers to hair growing naturally in the recipient area.

Before and After Hair Transplant

The patient must have a clear understanding of the procedure itself and what to expect from it. The immediate post-operative recovery period is essential for the success of the operation but results come into full effect only a year after surgery, when the hair in the recipient area starts growing naturally and is indistinguishable from the rest of the patient’s hair.

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My Hair Center is a top-end facility with secure and sterilized environment. In the center, we use the latest technology equipment and we use the most effective scientific methods. Besides hair transplant procedures, our experienced and skilful staff performs beard transplant, moustache transplant and eyebrow transplant and PRP strengthening treatment. Our team puts out all effort while performing the operations.

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Please note that the Hair Transplant prices listed on FlyMedi are the average price for Hair Transplant procedures. Clinics may ask you to provide them with specific information about your medical condition in order to provide you a detailed cost estimate for Hair Transplant procedures.
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Hair Transplant FAQ

Generally speaking, around 35 grafts are used for each square centimetre – a consultation is needed to determine the exact number of grafts needed for a hair transplant procedure.

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Are hair transplant surgery results permanent?

Hair transplants last a lifetime as the transplanted hair follicles are resistant to going bald and they start growing naturally in the recipient areas. Some patients may experience slight hair loss in the recipient area as they progress through old age.

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Does a hair transplant hurt?

Since anaesthetic is administered before the procedure begins, a hair transplant is practically painless.

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